HVDC Valve Test Engineer - High-Voltage Lab Specialist

GE Vernova; Stafford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

GE Vernova seeks a hands-on High Voltage Test Facility Technician to support operation and maintenance of the HV Test Facility in Stafford. The role involves setting up HV and current test circuits, using high-voltage instrumentation, and ensuring a safe working environment.

You will follow IEC standards, contribute to test reports, assist with calibrations, and participate in 5S and lean activities in the Lab.

Qualifications

• Experience in HV testing or related engineering field.
• Knowledge of IEC test standards and high voltage circuits.
• ONC/HNC in Engineering or equivalent HV test experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment within the Labs area.
• Take on health and safety roles e.g. Fire Marshal, First Aid (training will be provided).
• Setup and operate high voltage/high current test circuits.
• Setting up high voltage and current measuring equipment.
• Working to IEC test specifications IEC62501, IEC60700; contribute to test reports.
• Support calibration plans of the plant and test equipment.
• Setup and fault finding of test circuits (PCB to HV level).
• Assist with troubleshooting, repair and planned maintenance and inspections.

Skills

Electrical testing

Test instrumentation

HV safety awareness

EHS compliance

Workshop tools

Soldering

IT skills

MEWP/forklift licences

Teamwork

Hands-on mindset

Education

ONC/HNC in Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

HV dividers

Multimeters

Shunts/CTs

Power supplies

Telemetry

Job description

GE Vernova seeks a hands-on High Voltage Test Facility Technician to support operation and maintenance of the HV Test Facility in Stafford. The role involves setting up HV and current test circuits, using high-voltage instrumentation, and ensuring a safe working environment.

You will follow IEC standards, contribute to test reports, assist with calibrations, and participate in 5S and lean activities in the Lab.